Jason deBruyn
@jasondebruyn.bsky.social
NC Public Radio digital editor💻📱. Voracious consumer of news📰📻, big fan of the footy⚽️, just dance🕺🏼
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I’m a big Big Bird fan. Mr. Snuffleeupagus, too.
But my biggest concern w/ the public media cuts is not about either of them, but rather what it they may mean for statehouse reporting. (1/5)
But my biggest concern w/ the public media cuts is not about either of them, but rather what it they may mean for statehouse reporting. (1/5)
July 19, 2025 at 7:36 PM
I’m a big Big Bird fan. Mr. Snuffleeupagus, too.
But my biggest concern w/ the public media cuts is not about either of them, but rather what it they may mean for statehouse reporting. (1/5)
But my biggest concern w/ the public media cuts is not about either of them, but rather what it they may mean for statehouse reporting. (1/5)
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In addition to not letting trans people change their sex on their birth certificate, SB516 would require North Carolina driver's licenses to list the sex that's on the birth certificate. www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2... #ncpol #ncga
Senate Bill 516 (2025-2026 Session) - North Carolina General Assembly
www.ncleg.gov
March 25, 2025 at 2:56 PM
In addition to not letting trans people change their sex on their birth certificate, SB516 would require North Carolina driver's licenses to list the sex that's on the birth certificate. www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2... #ncpol #ncga
There is a population of at least 20,000 Black bears in the state. Most are found in mountain and coastal regions. As temperatures begin to warm in March and April, bears become more active.
www.wunc.org/environment/...
www.wunc.org/environment/...
North Carolina wildlife officials are warning residents to avoid interactions with bear cubs
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is working to cut down on bear and human conflicts this spring.
www.wunc.org
March 24, 2025 at 5:29 PM
There is a population of at least 20,000 Black bears in the state. Most are found in mountain and coastal regions. As temperatures begin to warm in March and April, bears become more active.
www.wunc.org/environment/...
www.wunc.org/environment/...
Today Due South is chockablock with @wunc.org reporters. We'll be talking federal funding cuts and how they impact NC and RTP. Tune in now!
March 11, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Today Due South is chockablock with @wunc.org reporters. We'll be talking federal funding cuts and how they impact NC and RTP. Tune in now!
Measles is one of the most contagious diseases on Earth — more than Ebola, smallpox or just about any other infectious disease.
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As the Texas outbreak grows, how contagious is measles, really?
Vaccination eliminated measles from the U.S. 25 years ago. But it can still spread in pockets where vaccination rates are low, like the west Texas county with a current outbreak. Here's how fast.
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February 28, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Measles is one of the most contagious diseases on Earth — more than Ebola, smallpox or just about any other infectious disease.
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Orange County District Attorney Jeff Nieman's decision to dismiss the remaining cases comes one week after the first UNC-Chapel Hill protester case went to trial. That case was dismissed by Orange County Judge Samantha Cabe, who approved the defense attorney's motion on constitutional grounds.
The Orange County District Attorney's Office is dismissing all remaining criminal cases against protesters who led pro-Palestinian demonstrations on UNC-Chapel Hill's campus last spring. The decision came a day before some trials were set to begin.
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www.wunc.org/education/20...
DA dismisses all remaining criminal charges against UNC pro-Palestinian protesters
Several cases were set to go to trial today. The protest was one of the largest and most intense on UNC-Chapel Hill's campus.
www.wunc.org
December 20, 2024 at 5:40 PM
Orange County District Attorney Jeff Nieman's decision to dismiss the remaining cases comes one week after the first UNC-Chapel Hill protester case went to trial. That case was dismissed by Orange County Judge Samantha Cabe, who approved the defense attorney's motion on constitutional grounds.
Most NC reporters have come in contact with Orrin Pilkey at least a couple of times. He was a fierce protector of the environment in general and beaches in particular.
The world needs more Dr. Pilkeys
www.nytimes.com/2024/12/16/s...
The world needs more Dr. Pilkeys
www.nytimes.com/2024/12/16/s...
Orrin H. Pilkey, Warrior in a Fight to Save Imperiled Beaches, Dies at 90
An eminent geologist, he argued against putting condos and hotels on vulnerable coastal landscapes. Environmentalists applauded; many others didn’t.
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December 17, 2024 at 9:29 PM
Most NC reporters have come in contact with Orrin Pilkey at least a couple of times. He was a fierce protector of the environment in general and beaches in particular.
The world needs more Dr. Pilkeys
www.nytimes.com/2024/12/16/s...
The world needs more Dr. Pilkeys
www.nytimes.com/2024/12/16/s...
Opponents to the power-shifting bill sat in the gallery and disrupted the chambers' floor proceedings. More than 150 people gathered on the third floor — more than the House gallery could seat. They chanted "shame" as the override vote completed and continued to yell as they were escorted out.
NC Republicans complete a veto override and effectively strip power from incoming governor Josh Stein and AG Jeff Jackson, both Democrats.
www.wunc.org/politics/202...
www.wunc.org/politics/202...
North Carolina GOP lawmakers enact a law eroding the incoming Democratic governor's powers
North Carolina House Republicans have enacted legislation that erodes some powers of several statewide offices newly-elected Democrats are slated to hold next month. Lawmakers overrode Democratic Gov....
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December 12, 2024 at 12:30 AM
Opponents to the power-shifting bill sat in the gallery and disrupted the chambers' floor proceedings. More than 150 people gathered on the third floor — more than the House gallery could seat. They chanted "shame" as the override vote completed and continued to yell as they were escorted out.
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The bells of Notre Dame Cathedral rang in Paris for the first time since a fire devastated the Paris landmark in 2019.
See photos from the ceremony here: www.wunc.org/2024-12-07/p...
See photos from the ceremony here: www.wunc.org/2024-12-07/p...
December 9, 2024 at 3:37 PM
The bells of Notre Dame Cathedral rang in Paris for the first time since a fire devastated the Paris landmark in 2019.
See photos from the ceremony here: www.wunc.org/2024-12-07/p...
See photos from the ceremony here: www.wunc.org/2024-12-07/p...
Something I do with embarrassing regularity is start the coffee without putting the pot underneath such that the coffee just spills all over the counter
Not smart 😕
Not smart 😕
December 3, 2024 at 2:28 PM
Something I do with embarrassing regularity is start the coffee without putting the pot underneath such that the coffee just spills all over the counter
Not smart 😕
Not smart 😕
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AP reports: The ACC has fined N.C. State, North Carolina, Virginia and Virginia Tech for scuffles during their rivalry games.
The league announced the penalties today, although it did not disclose the amount of the fines.
www.wunc.org/2024-12-02/a...
The league announced the penalties today, although it did not disclose the amount of the fines.
www.wunc.org/2024-12-02/a...
ACC fines NC State, UNC maximum allowed by league bylaws after flag brawl
The ACC has fined N.C. State, North Carolina, Virginia and Virginia Tech for scuffles during their rivalry games. The league announced the penalties Monday, although it did not disclose the amount of ...
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December 2, 2024 at 8:59 PM
AP reports: The ACC has fined N.C. State, North Carolina, Virginia and Virginia Tech for scuffles during their rivalry games.
The league announced the penalties today, although it did not disclose the amount of the fines.
www.wunc.org/2024-12-02/a...
The league announced the penalties today, although it did not disclose the amount of the fines.
www.wunc.org/2024-12-02/a...
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A new study finds people who take weight-loss drugs also cut back on alcohol consumption. Researchers think the drugs could be a promising new treatment for addiction.
Dizzy after one drink? Social drinkers on obesity drugs lose the taste for alcohol
A new study finds people who take weight-loss drugs also cut back on alcohol consumption. Researchers think the drugs could be a promising new treatment for addiction.
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December 2, 2024 at 9:09 PM
A new study finds people who take weight-loss drugs also cut back on alcohol consumption. Researchers think the drugs could be a promising new treatment for addiction.
The N.C. Senate voted along party lines Monday to put two proposed constitutional amendments before voters.
One would lower the state's maximum income tax rate from 7% to 5%. That wouldn't change the current tax rate of 4.5% but would block some future increases.
www.wunc.org/politics/202...
One would lower the state's maximum income tax rate from 7% to 5%. That wouldn't change the current tax rate of 4.5% but would block some future increases.
www.wunc.org/politics/202...
Lame-duck NC Senate approves constitutional amendment ballot measures alongside veto override
The N.C. Senate voted along party lines Monday to put two proposed constitutional amendments before voters.
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December 2, 2024 at 6:55 PM
The N.C. Senate voted along party lines Monday to put two proposed constitutional amendments before voters.
One would lower the state's maximum income tax rate from 7% to 5%. That wouldn't change the current tax rate of 4.5% but would block some future increases.
www.wunc.org/politics/202...
One would lower the state's maximum income tax rate from 7% to 5%. That wouldn't change the current tax rate of 4.5% but would block some future increases.
www.wunc.org/politics/202...
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We've created a Spanish language version of our reporter Aaron Sánchez-Guerra's fact-check on what House Bill 10 means for immigration enforcement in North Carolina.
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¿Qué significa HB10 para Carolina del Norte? Esto es lo que debes saber sobre esta ley nueva de inmigración
WUNC ha contestado varias preguntas clave sobre la nueva ley con fines de aclarar dudas para el público hispanohablante en Carolina del Norte.
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November 26, 2024 at 6:46 PM
We've created a Spanish language version of our reporter Aaron Sánchez-Guerra's fact-check on what House Bill 10 means for immigration enforcement in North Carolina.
www.wunc.org/race-class-c...
www.wunc.org/race-class-c...
All eyes on:
Rep Mike Clampitt who represents Jackson, Swain, Transylvania
Rep Mark Pless - Haywood, Madison
Rep Karl Gillespie - Cherokee, Graham, Macon
Rep Mike Clampitt who represents Jackson, Swain, Transylvania
Rep Mark Pless - Haywood, Madison
Rep Karl Gillespie - Cherokee, Graham, Macon
not a surprising development in #ncpol
Watch what happens with the 3 WNC Representatives who voted against the legislation and if they vote to override the veto.
Watch what happens with the 3 WNC Representatives who voted against the legislation and if they vote to override the veto.
Gov Cooper on the veto:
"This legislation is a sham. It does not send money to Western North Carolina but merely shuffles money from one fund to another in Raleigh."
"This legislation is a sham. It does not send money to Western North Carolina but merely shuffles money from one fund to another in Raleigh."
November 26, 2024 at 5:02 PM
All eyes on:
Rep Mike Clampitt who represents Jackson, Swain, Transylvania
Rep Mark Pless - Haywood, Madison
Rep Karl Gillespie - Cherokee, Graham, Macon
Rep Mike Clampitt who represents Jackson, Swain, Transylvania
Rep Mark Pless - Haywood, Madison
Rep Karl Gillespie - Cherokee, Graham, Macon
Mack Brown out as UNC football coach and Gov Cooper vetoes a highly controversial bill that strips power from Dems.
Busy 20 minutes here in NC
Busy 20 minutes here in NC
November 26, 2024 at 4:55 PM
Mack Brown out as UNC football coach and Gov Cooper vetoes a highly controversial bill that strips power from Dems.
Busy 20 minutes here in NC
Busy 20 minutes here in NC
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Mack Brown is out.
The announcement from Bubba Cunningham comes a day after Brown, 73, told reporters that he intended to be the coach of the Tar Heels in 2025.
Many UNC fans felt that the program underachieved in Mack 2.0.
Story for @wunc.bsky.social:
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The announcement from Bubba Cunningham comes a day after Brown, 73, told reporters that he intended to be the coach of the Tar Heels in 2025.
Many UNC fans felt that the program underachieved in Mack 2.0.
Story for @wunc.bsky.social:
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UNC football will move on from coach Mack Brown after game vs. N.C. State
In a statement released Tuesday, Tar Heels' athletic director Bubba Cunningham said that Brown — the most winningest football coach in UNC history — will not return next season.
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November 26, 2024 at 4:34 PM
Mack Brown is out.
The announcement from Bubba Cunningham comes a day after Brown, 73, told reporters that he intended to be the coach of the Tar Heels in 2025.
Many UNC fans felt that the program underachieved in Mack 2.0.
Story for @wunc.bsky.social:
www.wunc.org/sports/2024-...
The announcement from Bubba Cunningham comes a day after Brown, 73, told reporters that he intended to be the coach of the Tar Heels in 2025.
Many UNC fans felt that the program underachieved in Mack 2.0.
Story for @wunc.bsky.social:
www.wunc.org/sports/2024-...
Gov Cooper on the veto:
"This legislation is a sham. It does not send money to Western North Carolina but merely shuffles money from one fund to another in Raleigh."
"This legislation is a sham. It does not send money to Western North Carolina but merely shuffles money from one fund to another in Raleigh."
Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed a bill that would shift power away from incoming Gov Josh Stein and other newly elected Democrats.
Cooper called the legislation a "sham" because it's billed as a disaster relief measure but does little for western North Carolina's Helene recovery www.wunc.org/politics/202...
Cooper called the legislation a "sham" because it's billed as a disaster relief measure but does little for western North Carolina's Helene recovery www.wunc.org/politics/202...
Gov. Cooper vetoes bill that would take power from governor, other Democrats
Gov. Roy Cooper on Tuesday vetoed a bill that would shift power away from incoming Governor Josh Stein and other newly elected Democrats.
www.wunc.org
November 26, 2024 at 4:52 PM
Gov Cooper on the veto:
"This legislation is a sham. It does not send money to Western North Carolina but merely shuffles money from one fund to another in Raleigh."
"This legislation is a sham. It does not send money to Western North Carolina but merely shuffles money from one fund to another in Raleigh."
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The federal government has allocated $1.15 billion so far on long COVID research, without bringing any new treatments to market. Patients and scientists say it's time to push harder for breakthroughs.
Long COVID patients push to see federal research refocused on treatments
The federal government has allocated $1.15 billion so far on long COVID research, without bringing any new treatments to market. Patients and scientists say it's time to push harder for breakthroughs.
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November 25, 2024 at 4:45 PM
The federal government has allocated $1.15 billion so far on long COVID research, without bringing any new treatments to market. Patients and scientists say it's time to push harder for breakthroughs.
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Saint Augustine’s has been on probation with the accrediting agency for nearly two years, after failing to meet several of its financial standards.
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Saint Augustine’s University cuts half of employees to prepare for accreditation review
The eliminations include faculty, staff and adjunct positions. The private HBCU has faced several financial challenges this year amid a fight to retain its accreditation.
www.wunc.org
November 25, 2024 at 4:02 PM
Saint Augustine’s has been on probation with the accrediting agency for nearly two years, after failing to meet several of its financial standards.
www.wunc.org/education/20...
www.wunc.org/education/20...
Compared with the earlier voter ID legislation, the current law “is not even night and day, or apples and oranges. It’s cucumbers and baseball bats" - @chriscooperwcu.bsky.social
November 24, 2024 at 4:04 PM
Compared with the earlier voter ID legislation, the current law “is not even night and day, or apples and oranges. It’s cucumbers and baseball bats" - @chriscooperwcu.bsky.social
I've never met a "Jason" younger than like 35
Now that I have a one year old let me tell ya: Every kid now has a name like Jaxson Dart. Both Jaxsons and Darts.
November 23, 2024 at 11:35 PM
I've never met a "Jason" younger than like 35
I'm planning to smoke my turkey at seat 32E
Thanksgiving favorites such as mac and cheese, turkey and casseroles can be brought through TSA checkpoints. But cranberry sauce, maple syrup and gravy must go in checked baggage, the agency says.
Bringing Thanksgiving food on a plane? Here is what you should know
Thanksgiving favorites such as mac and cheese, turkey and casseroles can be brought through TSA checkpoints. But cranberry sauce, maple syrup and gravy must go in checked baggage, the agency says.
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November 23, 2024 at 8:02 PM
I'm planning to smoke my turkey at seat 32E